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A novel about struggle and perseverance in the Holy Land

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A Jewish Doctor’s Guide to Ramadan

August 24, 2020 by Ira Mosen 2 Comments

In First Among Nations, Hajji gives this beautiful red wildflower to Adin. She knows immediately that kalanit is Israel’s national flower.

As a Jewish doctor with lots of Jewish patients, a question I am frequently asked is “should I fast on Yom Kippur?” Today, I experienced a Middle Eastern variation of this theme during Ramadan.

First Among Podcasts: Intro to the Podcast, Episode 0 (Part 1)

August 20, 2020 by Ira Mosen Leave a Comment

The First Among Nations Podcast is hosted by Ira Mosen. The podcast is based on the book of the same title, and consists of readings from the book itself and a virtual book discussion group.

Welcome to the first episode of the First Among Nations podcast. This podcast is intended to function as a virtual book club for the book of the same title. In this episode, I describe the meaning behind the cover and read the prologue. Enjoy and please join in the discussion with our community!

The Pharmacist, the Hijab, and the Smile

July 30, 2020 by Ira Mosen 4 Comments

Rakefet is a common wildflower found in the rocky hills of the Golan Heights.

Ira Mosen recounts a story of filling a prescription in Israel before Passover, and the hijab-wearing pharmacist surprises him with an unsolicited act of kindness.

Coming Soon: The FIRST AMONG NATIONS Podcast

June 17, 2020 by Ira Mosen 1 Comment

The First Among Nations Podcast is hosted by Ira Mosen. The podcast is based on the book of the same title, and consists of readings from the book itself and a virtual book discussion group.

The First Among Nations Podcast, hosted by Ira Mosen, is based on the book of the same title, and consists of readings from the book itself and a virtual book discussion group.

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  • Book Review: First Among Nations in Publishers Weekly
  • Book Review: First Among Nations in The Jerusalem Post
  • A Jewish Doctor’s Guide to Ramadan
  • First Among Podcasts: Intro to the Podcast, Episode 0 (Part 1)
  • From the Midwest to the Middle East: Debut Novelist Offers Fresh Insights into Israel
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